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Dr. Shamik Chakraborty, MD

Neurosurgeon

Freehold, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chakraborty, Neurosurgeon in Freehold, NJ?

    Dr. Shamik Chakraborty, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Freehold, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chakraborty is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chakraborty’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chakraborty’s office at (609) 921-9001.

    What languages does Dr. Chakraborty speak?

    Dr. Chakraborty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Chakraborty typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Chakraborty diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chakraborty. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Chakraborty typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Chakraborty performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chakraborty. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
    • Neck Spinal Fusion (Cervical)
    • Neck Spinal Fusion
    • Interbody Device Implantation
    • Spinal Fusion with Cage
    • Synthetic Disc Space Device
    • Cervical interbody fusion
    • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
    • Neck vertebrae fusion
    • Cervical Interbody Fusion
    • Anterior Cervical Fusion
    • Spinal Cord Decompression Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 22551: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody, including disc space preparation, discectomy, osteophytectomy and decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve roots; cervical below C2
    • 22552: Arthrodesis, Anterior Interbody, Including Disc Space Preparation, Discectomy, Osteophytectomy And Decompression Of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerve Roots; Cervical Below C2, Each Additional Interspace (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spine Allograft Placement
    • Spinal Bone Graft
    • Osteopromotive Material Spine
    • Donor Bone Graft Spine
    • Spine Fusion Material

    CPT Codes:

    • 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Local Bone Graft for Spine Surgery
    • Spine Autograft
    • Local Bone Harvest for Spine
    • Spinal Fusion Bone Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 20936: Autograft for spine surgery only (includes harvesting the graft); local (eg, ribs, spinous process, or laminar fragments) obtained from same incision (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Instrumentation (Anterior)
    • Anterior Spinal Fixation
    • Spine Stabilization Surgery
    • Vertebral Segment Instrumentation
    • Spinal Fusion Hardware

    CPT Codes:

    • 22845: Anterior instrumentation; 2 to 3 vertebral segments (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
    • Laminectomy
    • Facetectomy
    • Foraminotomy
    • Spinal Stenosis Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar

    Does Dr. Chakraborty accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chakraborty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 921-9001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chakraborty accept in Freehold, NJ?

    Dr. Chakraborty in Freehold, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chakraborty's office located?

    Dr. Shamik Chakraborty's Primary Practice

    901 W Main St Ste 267

    Freehold, NJ 07728

    (609) 921-9001

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    Dr. Shamik Chakraborty's Practice 2

    1203 Langhorne Newtown Rd Ste 138

    Langhorne, PA 19047

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    Dr. Shamik Chakraborty's Practice 3

    104 Pheasant Run Ste 105

    Newtown, PA 18940

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    What is Dr. Chakraborty's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chakraborty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508132200.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chakraborty?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chakraborty

    What is Dr. Shamik Chakraborty's specialty?

    Dr. Chakraborty is a Neurosurgeon near Freehold, NJ.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Shamik Chakraborty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chakraborty is affiliated with Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center, Hunterdon Medical Center, Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill, Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Shamik Chakraborty accepting new patients in Freehold, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Shamik Chakraborty is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shamik Chakraborty offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chakraborty's office at (609) 921-9001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shamik Chakraborty?

    Please contact Dr. Chakraborty's office at (609) 921-9001 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chakraborty's office located?

    Dr. Chakraborty's offices are located in Freehold, NJ, Langhorne, PA, and Newtown, PA.